ADDRESS: 7 Yishun Industrial Street 1 #03-33, North Spring, Singapore 768162 WHATSAPP: +65 9387 0979 (Jason) EMAIL: enquiry@ntlstorage.com

ADDRESS: 7 Yishun Industrial Street 1 #03-33, North Spring, Singapore 768162

WHATSAPP: +65 9387 0979 (Jason)

EMAIL: enquiry@ntlstorage.com

Longspan Shelving System

Longspan Shelving

Long span shelving system is a suitable alternative to pallet racking systems. It’s usually designed for warehouses that require goods to be stocked and collected manually from the shelves. The longspan shelving system is ideal for the storing and picking of small to medium-sized goods in environments with limited space. Whether warehouse or office spaces, we can fully customize the design of the shelves to suit your storage requirements, regardless of sector.

Reasons to Use Long Span Shelving Systems in Warehouses

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Increased load capacity

Long horizontal spans allow shelves to handle heavier distributed loads.

High density storage

Minimizes aisles and footprint required per pallet or tote stored. This system is ideal for storage and picking of small and medium sized goods with a range of load capacity from 500 kgs( UDL) to 1000 kgs (UDL) per shelf level depending on length of each shelf.

Easy accessibility

Items can be accessed along the entire shelf length from one side.

Flexible configurations

Shelves can be added, removed or adjusted up/down as needed.

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Longspan Shelving

Tips for Utilizing a Long Span Shelving System in Warehouses

  • Conduct load planning

Determine max load dimensions, weight capacity, turnover rates per SKU to optimize shelf bay sizing and layout.

  • Install diagonal bracing

Braces prevent rack sway and collapse. Upright supports may be needed for very long spans exceeding 8 feet.

  • Utilize bin dividers

Dividers compartmentalize shelves, create organized zones and prevent load shifting or tipping.

  • Incorporate safety lips

Lips on shelf fronts keep items from falling while allowing easy access.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Longspan shelving is used for manual storage and picking of small to medium-sized goods. NTL Storage states it is a suitable alternative to pallet racking systems for warehouses or offices where staff need direct shelf access rather than forklift-based pallet storage.
    Yes, longspan shelving is usually better when goods are stocked and collected manually. NTL Storage directly positions longspan shelving for manual picking, while pallet racking systems are typically chosen when inventory is stored and handled as pallets.
    Longspan shelving can hold medium to heavy distributed loads, but capacity depends on shelf length and design. NTL Storage states its longspan shelving ranges from 500 kg UDL to 1000 kg UDL per shelf level, so load planning should be done before installation.
    Yes. NTL Storage states it can fully customise longspan shelving designs to suit your storage requirements across warehouse or office environments. Shelves can also be added, removed, or adjusted up and down when your stock profile changes.
    Warehouses use longspan shelving because it supports high-density storage for small to medium goods in limited space. NTL Storage says the system minimises aisle space and footprint while still allowing access along the full shelf length from one side.
    You should check load dimensions, weight capacity, and SKU turnover before installing longspan shelving. NTL Storage also recommends diagonal bracing for sway control, upright supports for very long spans over 8 feet, and dividers or safety lips to reduce shifting and falling items.